Yoga Vacation Program
March 6 — 10, 2026

Tips and Tools for Nervous System Regulation

Julie MacAdam

In this transformative workshop series, we will dive into the fascinating world of the nervous system and explore how it responds to stress. This series will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of your body’s natural processes, and how it works tirelessly to keep you safe. Through a combination of psychoeducation and experiential exercises, you will gain practical tools to regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, and cultivate resilience.

We will focus on powerful practices such as self-touch, grounding exercises, and orienting to the present moment—tools that help you befriend and collaborate with your nervous system. These practices support you in returning to a state of safety, connection, and presence, so you can navigate life’s challenges with greater ease.

Unique Aspects of This Workshop Series:

  • Destigmatization of the Stress Response: Learn to appreciate your nervous system and its natural responses to stress rather than seeing them as something to fix or control. We will explore how your nervous system works to protect and support you, shifting the perspective from fear and frustration to understanding and collaboration.
  • Integration of Psychoeducation and Experiential Practice: This series combines educational content with hands-on, experiential practices to help you truly integrate what you’re learning. You’ll not only understand the science of the nervous system but also engage with practices directly, so you can feel the benefits in real-time.
  • Personalized Tools for Nervous System Regulation: You will learn practical, easy-to-implement tools tailored to help you regulate your nervous system and manage stress, enabling you to feel more in control and balanced.
  • Space for Connection and Support: In addition to learning, these workshops will offer opportunities for connection with others, allowing space for questions, discussion, and sharing of experiences. This provides support as you apply these tools in your everyday life.

Key Benefits:

  • Appreciation of Your Nervous System: Develop a deep appreciation for your nervous system and its wisdom. Rather than viewing it as something to control, you’ll learn how to collaborate with it to restore safety and balance.
  • Improved Stress Management: With the tools and practices you’ll learn, you’ll be able to regulate your nervous system more effectively, returning to presence and navigating challenges with greater confidence and resilience.
  • Deeper Sense of Safety and Calm: These practices will help you reconnect with a sense of calm and safety, allowing you to feel more grounded, present, and resourced in your daily life.

Join us for a transformative journey into understanding and nurturing your nervous system, building the skills you need to face life’s stresses with calm, confidence, and resilience.

Offered as 4 workshops (subject to change).

The presentations associated with this Yoga Vacation Program begin with a 90-minute 2pm workshop on the first day of the program and conclude with a 90-minute 2pm workshop on the last day of the program.  Click here to read more about the Yoga Vacation Program details and view the ashram schedule for yoga classes and meals during your stay. We suggest you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your program for the optimal experience.

Julie MacAdam is a passionate somatic therapist, educator, and seasoned yoga instructor devoted to guiding others toward deep healing and transformation. With a Master’s in Embodiment Studies from Goddard College, she weaves together somatic therapy, dreamwork, expressive arts, and plant medicine to help individuals and groups release stress and trauma—unlocking greater ease, authenticity, and resilience.

Her extensive training includes certifications from the Tamalpa Institute, a leading movement-based expressive arts therapy program, and completion of the rigorous three-year trauma resolution program at Somatic Experiencing International. As a Registered Somatic Movement Therapist and Educator (RSMT/E), dreamworker, and clinical and community herbalist, she draws from a vast well of wisdom—including her studies at the Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism and various renowned herbal programs nationwide.

Rooted in the belief that the body holds profound intelligence and that healing flourishes when we align with forces beyond ourselves, Julie creates spaces for transformation where clients can reclaim their power, deepen self-awareness, and forge meaningful connections. Whether through individual virtual sessions, in-person group work, or teaching hatha yoga, meditation, and dream exploration at the University of Vermont, she fosters a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for growth.
When she’s not facilitating healing, Julie finds joy in slowing down, moving with creativity, immersing herself in nature, and cherishing time with loved ones. Her commitment to deep listening, embodied awareness, and the transformative power of creativity and connection shines through in all she does.

juliemacadam.com

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